Journeyman-Level Refrigeration Technician

Air Controls- Billings; Billings (MT); On-site; USD 44,083 - 61,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid Time Off

Health, Dental, & Vision Coverage

Overtime Pay & Profit Sharing

On-the-Job Training

Growth Opportunities & Pay Reviews

Retirement Plans Available

Job summary

A premier refrigeration contractor in Billings is seeking skilled Journeyman-Level Refrigeration Service Technicians. You will handle the installation, maintenance, diagnosis, and repair of refrigeration systems in various establishments, including grocery stores and restaurants. Competitive pay ranging from $32 to $45 per hour, plus benefits such as paid time off and health coverage, make this an attractive opportunity. Join a team with a strong reputation for high-quality service and enjoy growth opportunities in your career.

Qualifications

• Journeyman-level experience in refrigeration or several years of verifiable apprentice-level experience.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check and drug test.
• Team-oriented mindset and self-motivated.

Responsibilities

• Installing, maintaining, diagnosing, and repairing refrigeration systems.
• Serving as a communication link between clients and the company.
• Working within a service area primarily within a 150-mile radius of Billings.

Skills

Journeyman-level experience in refrigeration

Strong communication skills

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

EPA 608 certification

Job description

Air Controls-Billings, Montana's Premier Refrigeration Contractor, is seeking skilled Journeyman-Level Refrigeration Service Technicians to join our team of experts!

With over 35 years in the industry and a track record of 20% annual growth for the past five years, Air Controls is the provider of choice for most grocery stores, warehouses, commercial buildings, and restaurants across the region.

Our technicians are known for delivering high-quality service, installation, diagnosis, and repair of complex refrigeration systems. They also serve as the primary communication link between our clients and our company — a vital role in maintaining long-term customer trust.

Our team ranges from 1 to 35 years of experience, with an average tenure of 7.5 years — proof of a workplace where skilled technicians thrive and grow.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay: $32- $45 per hour (based on experience)
• Paid Time Off
• Health, Dental, & Vision Coverage
• Overtime Pay & Profit Sharing
• On-the-Job Training
• No Weekend Work!
• Growth Opportunities & Pay Reviews
• Retirement Plans Available through Union Signatories

Job Description

As a Journeyman-Level Refrigeration technician you will be Installing, maintaining, diagnosing and repairing the types of systems listed and their related components.

• Supermarkets, Grocery Stores and small commercial refrigeration, including Walk-Ins and Ice Machines
• Self-contained refrigeration units
• DDC Controls (Danfoss, Emerson CPC, etc.)
• The service area is primarily a 150-mile radius of Billings.

Opportunities to expand your knowledge into

• Commercial HVAC equipment AHU's,RTU's, and MAU's.
• Residential HVAC
• Water source Heat pumps
• Cooling towers and Boilers
• Kitchen cooking equipment

Requirements

• Journeyman-level experience in refrigeration or several years of verifiable apprentice-level experience
• EPA 608 certification
• High school diploma or GED (Required)
• Valid driver’s licensewith a clean driving record
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check and drug test
• Strong communication skills
• Mechanical aptitude
• A neat/clean appearance
• Strong work ethic & ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Team-oriented mindset& self-motivated
• Willingness to travel when needed